HAYS COUNTY — Hays County, in partnership with the city of Buda, is conducting a study to explore the feasibility of constructing SH 45 between I-35 and RM 1626. The first open house was held on Thursday, June 15, during which the study was introduced to the public. The study team received valuable ...

DRIPPING SPRINGS -- A Hays County Sheriff's Office deputy, and at least one other person, was injured in a multiple vehicle accident that occurred in Dripping Springs Thursday morning. At approximately 8:16 a.m. on Thursday, Nov. 30, Texas Department of Public Safety troopers responded to a multiple...

Under the direction of music teacher Beth Wilson, third and fourth grade students at Pfluger Elementary School perform a production of "Finding Nemo" at the Hays CISD Performing Arts Center on Friday, Nov. 17.

Matthew Gonzales, manager of the health department in Hays County, center, stands with his fellow coworkers. The Hays County Local Health Department has changed its name to the Hays County Health Department. “We’re simplifying our name, but our commitment to delivering exceptional care remains uncha...

KYLE —  On Tuesday, Nov. 21 at approximately 9:25 p.m., an AMBER Alert was broadcasted to locate two children, 6-year-olds Jaylynn and Jordyn Webber-Daniels. The pair was last seen with 20-year-old Kylei Glasgow in a gold 2010 Toyota Highlander with Texas license plate 9DV2390. A citizen spotted the...

As Texas tries to recover from the drought and enters cooler months, extreme winter weather events are probable. Some Texas cities are expected to receive their first freeze this month and more cool fronts are on the way. Water expands when it freezes, which puts tremendous pressure on pipes and can...

Having candid conversations on aging can help us plan for future needs and help ensure we age and live well. Taking time to discuss with family and friends our hopes and dreams for the future can make the process easier. It may seem challenging to talk with family members and friends about aging, bu...

HAYS COUNTY — Hays County Commissioner Walt Smith presented Patriots’ Hall of Dripping Springs with $1,500,000, courtesy of the 2020 Parks and Open Space Bond. This check was used to cover the mortgage payoff and fund various site improvements. Commissioner Smith and Patriots’ Hall Founding Board Me...

Editor's note: This story has been updated as of 11/27/2023 to reflect the accurate placements of the bands at competition. “Teamwork makes the dream work” is a quote the Hays High School band took to heart this season. With roaring success and placing sixth at the UIL Area D marching contest finals...

SAN MARCOS — Janelle Cano pleaded guilty to possession with intent to deliver fentanyl, an “enhanced” first-degree felony, and possession with intent to deliver heroin, a first-degree felony on Nov. 7. In March 2023, Cano was driving with her two children when she was pulled over for unauthorized us...